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Overview

Under the direction of the Executive Director, this permanent full-time position plays a lead role in planning, developing and maintaining a leading-edge technology infrastructure to ensure the success of the Library's vision and strategies. The Assistant Director for Technology & Digital Services also assesses current and emerging service needs and works with library staff to employ effective technological responses to those needs. This position administers the Library's digital services and collections and oversees a paraprofessional responsible for the Library's web site and social networking sites. Public services related responsibilities include reference, collection development, training, and development of documentation and policy.

Responsibilities:

Technology & Digital Services

Assists the Executive Director in setting technology goals and objectives for the Library

Conducts ongoing research on technology trends, keeps abreast of technological changes, and informs

the Executive Director about the impact of evolving technologies on the Library

Assists the Executive Director with assessing computing and information technology-related needs and develops proposals and reports to assist with budgets and strategic planning

Administers the Library's information technology and computing systems and programs

Administers library digital services and collections

Assesses current and emerging service needs and works with library staff to employ effective technological responses to those needs

Supervises the maintenance and updating of the Library's web site, blogs and social networking sites

Supervises assigned staff

Selects, maintains, upgrades and troubleshoots Library AV equipment and coordinates AV set-up for Library meetings, events and programs

Provides training in the use of Library hardware, software, AV equipment and Internet tools for patrons as well as Library staff

Proposes and drafts policies and procedures concerning Library technology, computers and Internet use

Serves as primary liaison with OCPL system technology services

Other Duties

Participates in reference desk and other public service points to answer standard and

complex reference questions; provides readers advisory services

Participates in collection development and collection management duties, including collection analysis, weeding and inventory

Participates in technology-focused program planning

Maintains relationships and effective communication with public and private organizations to further the Library's mission; promotes awareness of library services to the community and staff

Supports and participates in system-wide activities, meetings and teams

Interprets and explains policies to public and staff

Carries out any other duties within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job

Qualifications

New York State Public Library Certification

Masters in Library Science or equivalent degree from an accredited institution

Minimum of 3 years of relevant library experience with at least 1 year of supervisory experience

Must possess or be eligible for a New York State Public Librarian's Certificate

Comprehensive knowledge of current technology applicable to libraries, including networks,

computer hardware and software, internet tools and audio-visual equipment

Solid record of devising, leading and completing technology initiatives

Familiarity with library information systems, preferably Polaris

Proven ability to work cooperatively in a team situation, demonstrating initiative and creativity

Analytical skills necessary to analyze and interpret information, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, develop and implement responsible strategies

Ability to convey ideas, information, and training through public presentation, verbal and written communication

Ability to work independently and innovatively in a variety of situations and be flexible and

adaptable to change

Effective organizational skills including ability to multitask and manage multiple projects at the

same time and adaptability to changing priorities to meet demands of the Library

Physical Activity Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the Head of Computing and Technology Services stands, reaches with arms; uses hands, fingers, sight, hearing, and verbal communication; bends, stoops, kneels; lifts and carries materials weighing less than 20 pounds; lifts, moves, and/or manipulates bulky items and/or crates of materials weighing up to 50 pounds; and pushes/pulls/maneuvers a wheeled book cart weighing up to 200 pounds when fully loaded. Job duties may occasionally require standing for extended periods of time.

Salary

Commensurate with Skills and Experience

Benefits Package

Available: June 1, 2013